What was Macon's Bill No. 2 aimed at achieving in 1810?

Macon's Bill No. 2, enacted in 1810, was primarily designed to resume trade with both Britain and France, which had been severely disrupted due to ongoing hostilities between these two nations. The bill aimed to entice either country to respect American neutral rights by offering to restore trade with the first nation that lifted its restrictions on American shipping. This maneuver was a diplomatic effort to navigate the precarious position of the United States between two powerful adversaries while supporting American economic interests.

The context of this legislation also highlights the tensions and economic implications that led the United States towards the War of 1812 when neither country responded favorably to American overtures. The other options relate to broader historical events and outcomes that occurred after the bill's implementation, rather than its direct purpose.